Ever feel like navigating the squash ball shelf is a mystery? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Squash balls come in a rainbow of colours, each having different 'hang time' in the air and different bounce heights. 

Looking to buy your first badminton racket? Upgrading your tired old one? Or possibly just treating yourself..? It can be a daunting task looking for new rackets, even if you have some experience!  To make things a little easier, ARC Badminton Coach Alistair has put together a guide to explain the basic qualities of different rackets and what you might want to look for when making your purchase.

Mixed badminton is the discipline where a man and a woman play together, while Level doubles involves playing with a partner of the same gender (men's/women's), and of course singles where you play alone! The court positioning for Mixed differs from that of Level doubles, but there are also similarities between the two. This article aims to explain the logic behind this positioning, and why it is not always black and white - particularly at club level.